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Anderson, SC
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July 21, 2015

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JEANETTE SIMPSON Mobile: 864-***-****

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Mauldin, SC 29662

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

Over twenty years of progressive achievements in business management, senior project management and technical skill development in the work place, creating a blend of executive and management experience.

Extensive experience in program management across multiple departments as well as applications and possess hands on experience using project management tools to deliver project solutions and workflow management technologies throughout the enterprise (worldwide) - capital base (return on investment/fixed priced) and expensed.

Solid understanding and adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act and HIPAA regulations (Compliance & Regulatory).

Detail-oriented leader with over 15 years of experience in Enterprise Content Management, eCommerce, Enterprise Relationship Planning (ERP) and Oracle Business Intelligence (Hyperion, RDMS), Cybersecurity/Compliance & Enterprise Systems, SAP Solutions (Initiation to Post Production) – Infrastructure and Integration global and domestic deployments.

Successfully managed project teams utilizing the following methods and tools throughout the lifecycle of projects: Agile/Scrum, Rational Portfolio Manager, Joint Application Development, SDLC, Summit D, MS Project, Clarity and Open Workbench project management

Extensive experience applying solution development lifecycle methodology for all phases of project cycle to include project initiation, project planning, project execution, project control and project close.

Successful management of global project teams, vendors and customers – globally by integrating multiple projects within service centers (on and off shore) to identify key interdependencies and resolve cross-project issues, gaps and risks.

Effectively managed new technology, high profile and high cost based projects.

Other competencies: leadership, coaching for process and results improvement, relationship building/teamwork, budgeting, planning and organizing, initiative, adaptability and flexibility, and leading change/training/organizational development.

Program/Project Management matrix organization experience – governance, SOA, QA, Release Management and Resource Assignments.

Experience in managing the expectation of all stakeholders.

EXPERIENCE:

03/2015 – 07/2015

MDI Group (Contractor) – Ahold

Sr. Project Manager

Manage complex medium to large projects.

Responsible for management of multiple projects simultaneously that will deliver new/enhance technologies to the business (retail stores) and Operations.

Develop and update project plans, schedule and status (project team and senior management).

Communicate to all levels of management.

Identify and manage project issues and risks.

Manage project execution of deliverables and budget.

Monitor performance and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Environment, Tools & Methodologies: BI, Linux, Windows Server, MySQL, TCP/IP, ITIL, Web Technology, Agile (Versioning 1), PMI, MS Project, Excel, Powerpoint and Visio, ALM, Google Docs/Drive/Site and Quality Center, Cybersecurity/Compliance and Enterprise Systems

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EXPERIENCE CONT’D:

02/2014 – 12/2014

Insight Global Contractor – United Health Group

Sr. Project Manager (ePMO)

Manage projects across multiple application teams (DataWarehouse, Reporting, Analytics, EDI, Claims, Pharmacy, Eligibility, Health and B2B).

Manage implementation and support of SOX, HIPAA, Regulatory & Compliant web-based document management systems for global enterprise.

Plan and coordinate corporate architecture design activities for the Chief Architect. Lead activities of 5-7 Senior Architects within Agile work environment. Guide work through ITIL gate reviews.

Manage project budgets from $500K to $1.5M.

Responsible for multiple projects (8-12) within the program office to migrate and deploy cross application projects using Agile/Scrum, Iterative, Waterfall and SDLC methodologies.

Create, manage and implement ePMO processes.

Responsible for multiple projects simultaneously – consolidating functionality in various systems.

Manage teams comprised of Solution Architects, System Analysts, QA (QMO-Testing team), Business Analysts and Solution Managers.

Develop and update project plans, schedule (MS Project 2013 & MS Project Server) and status.

Heavily involved with facilitating recurring status meetings, fielding questions and handling issues that arise from the business and IT partners.

Manage project execution of deliverables and corresponding project documentation to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, scope, quality and benefit.

Performed Issue and Risk Management throughout the lifecycle of the projects.

Communicate details of the project to both business and technical senior management (Directors and VPs) from beginning to end of all projects.

Facilitate contingency plans and schedules.

Catalyst to lead the team through roadblocks, or assist the team when there is difficulty making decisions or providing direction.

Environment, Tools & Methodologies: Sun Solaris Unix, AS/400, Windows Server, MySQL, TCP/IP, Business Intelligence, Cybersecurity/Compliance, ITIL, Agile, SCRUM, CMMI, PMI, MS Project Server, MS Project, Excel, Powerpoint and Visio, Sharepoint, ALM, Planview, Clarity and JIRA

05/2013 – 01/2014

WABTEC (Westinghouse Automated Brakes)

Sr. Project Manager - PMO

Managed multiple software implementation projects.

Managed various information technology projects – integrations (initiation to deployment).

Created and managed MS project plans.

Manage cross functional project team members.

Weekly status reports and report project risks and issues.

Manage project budgets from $500K to $2M.

Managed enterprise-wide deployments (application development, upgrades & enhancements).

Environment, Tools & Methodologies: SAP (CRM, HRMS & FA modules), SDLC, Agile, MS Project, Excel, Powerpoint & Visio, Sharepoint, Clarity & ALM.

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EXPERIENCE CONT’D:

04/2010-05/2013

Artech Information System-IBM Corporation

Sr. Project Manager/Program Manager – Enterprise PMO

Managed solutions to enhance enterprise performance using eCommerce and ERP applications to streamline business processes and accelerate time-to-market for commercial accounts.

Managed multiple projects to implement new CLOUD technology within commercial accounts.

Oracle– scalable end-to-end platform, business processing (enable business sponsors to identify best practices & process improvement areas) and case management.

Managed various information technology projects – upgrades and new installs of the following environments: iSeries, Citrix, Wintel and Unix.

Managed a team of programmers/developers/systems analysts and architects/engineers to oversee the implementation of web based HR Payroll System involving 1000 plus users.

Managed integration of various software and databases onto servers.

Managed processes and procedures to deliver projects to customers as required in the healthcare industry.

Managed cross functional project teams – initiation to deployment.

SOA governance and API management adherence.

Decommissioned ‘old’ servers.

Environment, Tools & Methodologies: CLOUD, iSeries, Citrix, Wintel, Sun Solaris Unix, AS/400, Oracle, PL/SQL, XML, HTML, Clarity, SAP B2B, Sharepoint, JIRA & ALM, MS Office, MS Project, AGILE, SDLC, PMI, Waterfall & Itierative methodologies, SOA governance, ALM, Sharepoint & JIRA.

11/2008 – 04/2010

Lockheed Martin, Greenville SC

Sr. Project Manager

End to end project management (Initiation to Deployment).

Managed U.S. Border Patrol & SMIP P-3 programs.

Liaise with Production Management and Operations regarding schedule details.

Work closely with Operations Engineers to identify crew board schedules.

Contributed to earned value management system.

Defined system scope, timelines, project objectives, deliverables & documentation for complex financial systems modifications/implementations.

Key member of the Oracle to PeopleSoft migration team. Migrated 300 users to the PeopleSoft Financial applications.

Vendor management.

Environment, Tools & Methodologies: CLOUD, iSeries, Citrix, Wintel, Sun Solaris Unix, AS/400, Oracle, PL/SQL, XML, HTML, Clarity, SAP B2B, PeopleSoft, Sharepoint, JIRA & ALM, MS Office, Primavera, SDLC, PMI, Waterfall & Itierative methodologies, ALM, Sharepoint & JIRA.

01/2006 – 09/2008

CTG-Michelin Headquarters, Greenville, SC

Sr. Global Project Manager – Infrastructure & Application PMO

Managed multiple complex projects globally for the Research & Development, Methods & Tools and Service Centers and JAVA Service Centers within manufacturing organization.

Managed application development throughout project lifecycle –plan/design/build/develop/test/implement.

Managed projects including customer relationship management – globally (NA, Europe & Asia).

Implemented 3 full international SAP implementations.

Provided Customer/Client advocacy for multiple supply chains.

Conducted effective project meetings (project kickoff, planning sessions, client alignment, status meetings and progress review)

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EXPERIENCE CONT’D:

Provided meaningful performance related feedback/input to appropriate management.

Established and manage effective change control and risk management processes.

Established new processes and procedures as a result of new or upgraded technologies (business reengineering).

Created communications plans and distributed information to project teams, project sponsors, stakeholders and business units.

Delivered projects on time and within or under budget by 10-15% - initiation to deployment.

Managed projects delivering infrastructure, upgrades, integration & migration projects.

Environment, Tools & Methodologies: CLOUD, iSeries, Citrix, Wintel, Sun Solaris Unix, AS/400, Oracle, PL/SQL, XML, HTML, Clarity, SAP Enterprise Portal, SAP & Oracle Business Intelligence, SAP Exchange Runtime, SAP Mobile Infrastructure & Customer Relationship Mgmt (CRM), Web Application Server (WAS), Oracle (e-Business, RDMS & Hyperion), IBM Websphere applications, ETL, ITIL, Datawarehouse, Information, Analytics & Reporting, Workbench, Information Analyzer, Lotus Notes, BIBNet, Portal & JAVA applications, Sharepoint, JIRA & ALM, MS Office, MS Project, Primavera, AGILE, SDLC, PMI, Waterfall & Itierative methodologies, SOA governance, API management, ALM, Sharepoint & JIRA.

04/2001 – 01/2006

IBM Global Services (formerly: RBC-Liberty Insurance), Greenville, SC

Sr. Portfolio/Project Manager & Lead Project Manager – Enterprise PMO

Effectively utilized the Rational Portfolio Manager tool as an end-to-end project and portfolio management solution for IT.

Implemented global projects.

Implemented & transitioned service centers for additional client related business.

Managed on and off shore teams (10-20) due to outsourcing & business transitions as well as conversions.

Prepared Operations for new technology.

Successfully contributed to Business Controls processes and procedures.

Managed complex new technology based infrastructure projects.

Developed systems support plans as a result of new technology.

Managed all phases of IT projects including initiation, planning, execution, control and closing.

Performed as Sr. Portfolio Manager – managed multiple clients’ business portfolios ($100M+ revenue). Performed as project resource manager responsible for identifying resource needs, managing and directing project resources to achieve project objectives.

Performed as project planning, control manager and project auditor - responsible for developing project plan and managing project scope, time, cost, quality and risk to ensure that all project activities are focused toward achievement of approved project objectives.

Managed customer expectations and coordinated project activities with all affected parties, internally, externally, including communications with management regarding project review, approval, issues and risks.

Effectively executed all project deliverables to ensure project expectations were met through timely, efficient and quality completion of deliverables.

Managed project implementations with Sales and provided on-time deliverables for contracts, statements of work, assignment of tasks for consistent timeline deliverables.

Maintained high level of customer satisfaction through product/project implementations (production and post-production support).

Project types included:

-Enterprise-wide (Infrastructure, upgrades, integrations and deployment).

-Program / Portfolio management oversight and governance.

-Implementation and deployment of new applications and systems.

-Decommissioning of ‘old’ servers.

-End-to-end project solutioning.

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EXPERIENCE CONT’D:

Skills, Tools & Technologies Used:

-SDLC, Agile, Waterfall and Iterative project management methodologies.

-Microsoft Office (Ms Project, Excel, Powerpoint and Visio)

-Sharepoint

-Clarity

-JIRA

-iSeries, Citrix, Wintel and Unix

-Application development mgmt: DB2, JAVA, Oracle, EDI, Websphere (WAS), Web Self Svc SAP Business Intelligence, SAP Mobile Infrastructure, and SAP Customer Relationship Mgmt. (CRM). Oracle (E-Business, RDMS & Hyperion) - IBM Websphere applications, ETL, business intelligence & data warehousing, workbench, information analyzer, Lotus Notes, BIBNet, portal and java applications.

10/1999 - 04/2001

Blackwell Consulting Services Chicago, Illinois

Program/Project Manager – EIS&DS PMO

State Farm Insurance-Enterprise Information Systems & Directory Service Services (Public Key Infrastructure (B2C, B2E, Automate Administration); Antivirus; Windows 2000 (Active Directory, Architecture and Infrastructure); and Metadirectory projects – Product Development Management.

Coordinated Systems Product Development.

Managed and planned multiple (10-15) Information Systems Security and Privacy/Legislative projects.

Applied multiple systems solutions and project management methodologies (Summit D and PMBOK) within various projects.

Managed project teams through life cycle of products/projects/releases.

Utilized Rational Portfolio Manager tool to report EIS&DSS portfolio of projects to the Program Manager regarding status of projects within Program Management Office.

Managed project teams for timely development of product/project.

Developed Program Office workflow and ensured project teams were managing to the designated project timelines, cost, budget and deliverables.

Delivered projects approximately 5-10% under budget.

Met measurements of success for all projects by delivering 80-90% functionality to the business.

Developed and executed program plans using Microsoft Project.

Human Resource and Capacity Planning.

Ensured appropriate resources were requested in a timely manner according to project schedule (Planview).

Applied earned value and resource leveling.

Regularly attended Project Manager and Project Planner Forums.

10/1998 - 10/1999

Louisville Gas & Electric Co.

Program Manager

Year 2000 Sr. Project Manager, Louisville Gas and Electric (LG&E) - IT and Operations

11/1993 – 07/1998

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) Piscataway/NJ

Sr. Accreditation Administrator

COMPUTER/SOFTWARE/PROJECT MANAGEMENT SKILLS:

Project Management – MS Project, MS Project Server, Clarity, Sharepoint, Primavera, Rational Portfolio Manager, Summit D methodology

Joint Application Development and Relational Application Development (database)

Requirements Management – Rational RequisitePro, WebSphere Business Integration Modeler (WBIM), Visio

B2E, B2B, B2C–Web Service Definition Language (WSDL), EDI (Mainframe), WebSphere Business Integrator Connect WBIC (RosettaNet XML, WebSuite), J2EE, JAVA

Infrastructure – iSeries, AS2 Mainframe, Connectivity, Custom XML

Middleware - Websphere Message Broker (MB), Supply Chain Oracle Financial

SAP: Enterprise Buyer, Funds Management, Project & Grant Management, Cash Management, Asset Management, Purchasing and Inventory Management, HP PPM, Knowledge Warehouse, HRMS, SC

Citrix Systems: Enterprise DBs, Workflow Solutions, NetScaler, Xen, Web App Security

Portals – WebSphere Portal, Web Content Management, Web Site Analyzer Tivoli Access Manager

Business Intelligence Oracle (OLAP) – DataStage, Quality Stage, Information Analyzer, Crystal Reports, WebFOCUS, Business Objects, Data Warehouse

Software Development Tools – WebSphere Application Server, Rational Software, MS Visual Studio, COM/DCOM

Testing tools – Load Runner, WinRunner, Rational Test Manager, Test Director

ERP – SAP, BI, OLAP, Data Mining, RDMS, HW, ETL, Oracle, Peoplesoft, Nakissa

Security – LDAP

Office and other applications – MS Office (Project, Powerpoint, Word, Excel, FrontPage, Access, Visio), Outlook Express, Notes Mail, NetMeeting

EDUCATION:

Hathaway Systems, Silver Springs, MD - Joint Application Development

State Farm School of Excellence – Program Management Office

SAP Certified: Supply Chain PM, Materials Management (MM), Human Resources (HRMS) and FI/CO

PMP Certified



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